Leadership

I understand firsthand the impact of a nurturing and empowering environment on young lives. Fueled through my own experiences growing up with a mother grappling with addiction, this experience has helped ignite my passion for supporting and empowering young girls facing similar challenges. I am committed to leveraging my professional acumen to create positive change and opportunities for girls in need. I believe in the transformative power of education, mentorship, and community support to break cycles of adversity and pave the way for a brighter future.

Girls Inc. of Northern Alberta’s mission to inspire girls to be strong, smart and bold resonates powerfully with me. The organization’s meaningful community programs focus on the holistic development of girls, empowering them to think critically, be physically active, and become confident and independent. I am proud to be a board member of Girls Inc. and I value this incredible opportunity to work alongside my team of passionate and motivated individuals.

The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo and this wonderful community means so much to me and have given me and my family ample opportunities. My passion has always been in empowering young generations to unlock and unleash their full potential. I am a firm believer of Diversity and Inclusion and believe in equal opportunities. Girls Inc. is one of the few organizations in Northern Alberta and in this region which provides mentorship, awareness, support to young girls to be strong, smart and bold. It inspires young girls to be self-confident and I am proud to be part of Girls Inc.

I choose to support Girls Inc. because we empower girls, helping them discover their strengths and educating them in areas which support their interests and most importantly, their self-esteem.

Being a Board member is not just a role, it's a chance to make a tangible difference in the lives of the girl-child, paving the way for a brighter tomorrow and contributing meaningfully to our community. The Girls Inc. mission and vision embody my passion for empowering young girls, promoting academic excellence, and fostering their growth. It is a humble opportunity to serve with other Board members to foster growth through transformative programs and strengthen the unity of Girls Inc.

There are many self-fulfilling reasons for serving on a board, but the main reason I choose to support Girls Inc is their great mission to inspire and empower girls. I have always wanted an opportunity to give back and help shape the future of girls in the region and make a meaningful impact to this wonderful community. Getting to network and build relationships with people who share similar interests is a plus!

Growing up as a refugee in Canada, I quickly learned the value of hard work and dedication and these values helped me throughout my career in school and work. My mom used to always tell me never to give up and she instilled the same values in my twin sister. Girls Inc. provides opportunities of growth for those that may not have that system elsewhere, and this is what drove me towards participating on the board such that I can contribute towards helping create opportunities for the future generation.

With a passion for empowering the young generation, I love working alongside a dynamic team to provide vital resources and support that foster academic success, leadership development, and healthy living. I am particularly impressed with the work that the Girls Inc. is doing to provide the knowledge and skill set and to inspire all girls to be Strong, Smart and Bold and proud to be a part of it.